The City of Stirling recognises the important role art plays in the creation of a liveable, vibrant and prosperous city. We support and advocate for Western Australian artists and are committed to a best practice approach to the development of a strong, sustainable creative economy.
Arts opportunities
Creatives + Connections: Thinking BIG series
In conversation with artists who have thought big and realised their ambitions. Gain insight and be inspired to tread your own bold path. Events conclude with light refreshments.
Read on for more information and to secure your tickets. For additional enquiries, email arts@stirling.wa.gov.au or call the Arts team on (08) 9205 8555.
In conversation with Sohan Ariel Hayes
Sohan Ariel Hayes is a WA artist and animator, known for his outstanding ability to share stories at scale. His transformative, and immersive installations explore culture, place, and history, whilst pushing spatial and technological boundaries.
Peel back the layers with Hayes to grasp an understanding of how creativity and collaboration can inspire audiences, shape an arts practice, and create experiences.
Venue: Scarborough Beach Community Centre, 163 The Esplanade, Scarborough
Date: Sunday 25 May, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Cost: $15 for one/$40 for three conversations (one ticket per event).
Image by Devris Hasan.
In conversation with Sam Bloor
Sam Bloor is a multidisciplinary WA artist, who thinks outside the box. Bloor draws on his traditional signwriting background to create text provocations and large-scale murals, leaving his mark on many buildings, billboards, ferris wheel carriages and gallery walls.
Travel with the artist here and overseas as he unpacks the highs and lows on a journey that has built a respected arts practice and profile.
Venue: Scarborough Beach Community Centre, 163 The Esplanade, Scarborough
Date: Sunday 22 June, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Cost: $15 for one/$40 for three conversations (one ticket per event).
Image by Done Well Done.
In conversation with Erin Coates
Erin Coates is a creative powerhouse with a national profile and a richness of experience to share. Over nearly two decades, she has maintained her creative practice, whilst also working in various roles in the Arts.
Gain an understanding of the strategies and lessons learnt by one of our contemporaries, who has diversified and is sustaining a fascinating arts practice here in Boorloo, Perth.
Venue: Scarborough Beach Community Centre, 163 The Esplanade, Scarborough
Date: Sunday 27 July, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Cost: $15 for one/$40 for three conversations (one ticket per event).
Image by Natasha Kremer.
Mural artist expression of interest
Calling all mural artists!
If you live in the City of Stirling, are an experienced (or emerging) mural artist, we would love to hear from you.
There are some exciting projects coming up!
Submit your interest, along with examples of your work and contact details, to the City's Public Art Officer at art@stirling.wa.gov.au.
Public art expressions of interest
Are you an artist or landowner looking to create a mural in the City of Stirling?
Murals are a great way to bring colour and life to empty walls, floors, fences and utility infrastructure. They can tell stories, highlight social issues, provide commentary, create a sense of place or simply bring beauty to a location where there was none.
Throughout the year, the City works with a number of community groups and businesses to deliver murals to bring life and vibrancy to an area. Before you get started on your mural project, there are some things to consider.
Read the City’s handy Mural Guide to find out more, and reach out to the City's Public Art Officer on 9205 8555 or at art@stirling.wa.gov.au for any mural enquiries.
Image: 'Daydream Club' by Kyle Hughes-Odgers.
Art Awards and Exhibition
The City of Stirling biennial Art Awards and Exhibition was held from 4 to 12 November 2023, exhibiting an extraordinary collection of 170 new works from established and emerging Western Australian artists. The works included paintings, works on paper, printmaking, textiles, photography and small sculptural works, and were available to purchase with artists receiving 100% of the sale price of their work.
More than 1,320 people visited and enjoyed the exhibition, with artists and their guests enjoying the opening night and awards presentations.
The exhibition also featured an exciting public program including access tours, a young artists sketch workshop, a local artists networking night with Curator and artists panel, artplay + storytime in the gallery for preschoolers and a special ‘In Conversation’ artists talk with three generations of creative Yorga, with all sessions fully subscribed and enjoyed by participants.
Visitors were encouraged to vote for their favourite artwork, with Iwona Van Niekerk winning the Westfield People's Choice Award for her work 'Fragmented Life - A Resilient Journey'.
Key dates in 2025
The 2025 Art Awards and Exhibition will be held from 31 October - 9 November 2025, with entries opening in July/August 2025. Subscribe to our Arts and Events e-newsletter to be the first to know.
For more information please contact the Arts Officer on (08) 9205 8555 or via email at art@stirling.wa.gov.au.
Pictured (left-right): Greg Barr, Mayor Mark Irwin, Robyn Jean, Josh Wells, CEO Stevan Rodic, Marina von Leeuwen and Karl Lorenz.
